Day of Prayer
Testimonies
We can find so much encouragement through the testimonies of God’s work in and through us. Check out the stories below of women around the world who have experienced “a Purposeful Life” in Christ or click the button below to share your own testimony of victory.
A Call to Live the Good News
While pursuing my university studies, I served as the editor of our campus newspaper. In that role, I led editorial meetings where story ideas were shared, current events discussed, and the weekly content determined. As journalism students, we were taught to search...
BWA Women Commissions New Global Leaders
BWA Women commissions visionary global leaders at Baptist World Congress—empowering five-year mission to strengthen worship, mission, aid, freedom & unity.
Are Men Allies in the Fight Against Domestic Violence?
Wednesday, March 12, 10:30 am Eastern Standard Time* (Time Zone Converter) Hosted by the Christian Network to End Domestic Abuse (CNEDA) and Baptist World Alliance Women * If you are unable to join live at the time of the webinar, a recording will be distributed to...
Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer Set for November 4
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA - November 1, 2024) For more than 70 years, Baptist women around the world have united every November for Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer. Traditionally celebrated on the first Monday of November, the Day of...
Praying for the Lord’s Favor
Learn how one woman’s prayer was answered and doors were opened for a global radio ministry.
Living with Purpose for Such a Time As This
Learn how the biblical story of Esther offers us valuable lessons on how to recognize and embrace our own God-given purposes.
Purposeful Life
BWA Women President Karen Wilson shares a Bible study highlighting the impact of intercessory prayer.
A Vision for a Nation
Learn how one women’s vision to teach women how to read is transforming lives across her country.
Fear the Lord
In the Bible, wisdom is not merely intellectual knowledge but practical and spiritual insight that guides how we live. When we fear God – when we place Him at the center of our lives, honor His commands, and acknowledge His sovereignty – we open ourselves to His wisdom.
A Purpose in Suffering
Life may not always be a bed of roses, but we can trust that God is multitasking to accomplish His purposes in the world and in our lives.
A Christian Woman’s Purpose
Our purpose is to live to please God and then to enjoy the reward of spending eternity with God in Heaven, receiving the rewards for our service here on Earth.
Seeing the Purpose in the Suffering
Learn how one women discovered her purpose after a terrible accident forced her to relearn how to walk.
Mercies in Disguise
When God calls, he is ready with his provision. Yumah shares a story of God’s faithfulness as their family relocated to pursue theological training.
Breaking Barriers
Learn about the psychological impact of poverty on individuals and communities. Together, we will explore practical examples and community-based solutions that can help build resilience.
When Money Hurts
A workshop on the intersection between domestic abuse and poverty organized by Baptist World Alliance Women and CNEDA as part of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
Ask and It Shall Be Given to You: A Testimony of Provision
When God calls, he is ready with his provision. Yumah shares a story of God’s faithfulness as their family relocated to pursue theological training.
The Light of the Resurrection: A Testimony of Perseverance
Serving in an area devastated by ongoing violence and unrest is a challenge, but one pastor’s wife shares how the hope of the resurrection inspires them to persevere.
I Was the Ugly Ducking: A Testimony of Transformation
Often the victim of ridicule as a child, Caryl’s life was transformed as a result of God’s faithful presence and healing.
The Breath of Life
BWA Women President Karen Wilson shares a Bible study highlighting the impact of intercessory prayer.
A Prayer from Spain
A global prayer from Spain written for the 2023 Women’s World Day of Prayer.
Is Your Breath Powerful?
Klaudia Wiazowska from Poland shares a Bible study highlighting the power of God’s breath of life.
Rebreathing the Breath of Life
Kesa Naivalurua from Fiji shares a Bible study highlighting the impact of praying the Word of God.
Women and Girls in the Digital World
While digital transformation can enhance gender equality and provide new avenues for women’s economic empowerment that will help boost economic growth, technological advancement also has a dark side.
Does Technology Help or Hinder?
An online webinar organised by WEA Women’s Commission,Une place pour elles, AnglicanCommunion, Baptist World Alliance Women and CNEDA.
The Sweet Aroma of a Victorious Life
BWA Women President Karen Wilson shares a Bible study from 2 Corinthians highlighting the impact of carrying the fragrance of Christ with us wherever he leads.
When the Lord Asks You to Be Brave
In this study of the widow of Zarephath, BWA Women Executive Director Merritt Johnston shares the impact of women living by faith in challenging circumstances.
BWA Women to Host Global Day of Prayer Service
This year a new tradition will be added to the historic Day of Prayer event as BWA Women kicks off the season of prayer with an online global worship experience.
Day of Prayer Videos (2022)
In celebration of the 2022 Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer, we have compiled a variety of video resources to utilize in your services.
Trusting God for Healing
Even when facing a health crisis with her young son, Jacklyn trusted God to lead their family to a place of hope and healing.
Standing Against Injustice
Even when facing political turmoil and displacement, Vernette sought God’s help to forgive those in power and to shine a light on the darkness facing Myanmar.
God Made It Possible
Even in a season of financial difficulty, Shanrica trusted God to both sustain and provide so that she could continue her education. Read her story.
The War Is Here
Even in the midst of war, God sustained Marichka and her family and provided a place of refuge to rest, renew, and reconnect to their calling to serve.
A Glimpse of Grace in Grief
Even in a season of grief, God gave Joy the strength she needed to keep serving and to see his faithfulness through something as simple as a pair of glasses.
Trusting the Provision of God
Even during a season of joblessness, Adalcy felt God’s leading to open her small home to reach children in her community. Read her story of God’s provision.
Baptist World Alliance Women Honors Moreen Sharp
We honor Moreen Sharp who concluded her term of service as Baptist World Alliance Women (BWAW) Interim Executive Director on November 1.
Baptist World Alliance Women to Host Day of Prayer
Baptist World Alliance Women (BWAW) will host the annual Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer on Monday, November 1
Baptist World Alliance Women Appoints New Executive Director
Following a global search and interview process, Baptist World Alliance Women (BWAW) has appointed J. Merritt Johnston to serve as the ministry’s executive director.
Previous Testimonies
This year’s 16-page guide is filled with information to help you plan and participate in Day of Prayer, including specific prayer requests and praises from each Continental Union as well as details about this year’s global ministry projects. The guide also includes a Bible study from BWA Women President Karen Wilson. With a commitment to creation care, we are seeking to reduce our carbon footprint through a strategic reduction in printing and shipping of the 2024 Day of Prayer Guides. However, we understand there are still groups in which a printed copy is preferred / necessary.
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